10 Reasons Outdoor Play Is Crucial To Healthy Child Development

The iconic image of the idyllic American childhood was, not so long ago, based around the idea of spending long summer days playing outside and exploring the neighborhood until the…

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Anxious Kids: Anxious Parents

By Reid Wilson and Lynn Lyons Childhood can be a frightening and uncertain time for kids, and some mild anxiety is part and parcel with growing up in a fast-paced…

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Probiotics – The Answer To Your High Cholesterol, Weight Gain And More!

Dr. Michael Wald The term probiotic refers to the use of certain types of “healthy bugs (either bacterial or fungal in origin) that the body needs in certain amounts and…

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Is A Healthcare Administration Degree Right For You?

You don’t have to go to school for eight years to work in the medical field and earn a sizable income. Jobs in healthcare administration are readily available and offer…

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10 Steps To Getting Your Child To Stay In His Own Bed

Families who are transitioning away from co-sleeping or even those who are new to dealing with a child who won’t stay in his own bed after moving to a toddler…

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8 Food Items You Thought Were Healthy

Everybody tries to eat healthy, not only to avoid gaining excessive amounts of weight, but also to try and live a longer, more pleasant life. However, there are some foods…

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Work Where You Work Out – – And Do Both Better

Research finds exercise improves work performance; athletic club trend combines the two for maximum results. Plus: trainer tips for freeing yourself from the office chair. When deciding which gym to…

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Staying Active As You Age

Aging is a natural part of life. As we age, the importance of taking good care of our bodies becomes increasingly necessary. Seniors are much more likely to suffer from…

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Secrets Your Heart Doctor May Not Tell You

Many Americans continue to suffer from heart attacks and strokes despite receiving a clean bill of health from their doctors. Michael Smith, M.D., host of “Healthy Talk” on www.RadioMD.com spoke…

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How Families Can Navigate The Affordable Care Act

The Affordable Care Act goes into effect in October and many families are unsure of its provisions. One outcome of its passing, according to Anne Edwards, MD, Chair of Pediatrics…

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